Who is Doctor Adolf Saweri?

Trevor
14/11/2012

Dr Adolf Saweri, hon M.D. M.B.E. was a leading medical researcher and academic with the University of Papua New Guinea and had a long history with the PNG Institute of Medical Research (IMR).  Dr Adolf Saweri was elected IMR Council Chairman in 1980 and served continuously in that role with dedication and distinction until retiring at a Council meeting on 4 May 2012.  He was one of the pioneers of health in PNG and was among the first graduates of the Papuan Medical School.

 

He was one of first to be inaugurated as a life member of the PNG Medical Society along with former Health Secretary, Dr Puka Temu and Dr Michael Alpers.


Dr Saweri died on the 11th of November 2012.

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